1996 McLaren F1 GTR vs. 1995 Saturn SL
To start off, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saturn SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saturn SL would be higher. At 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (627 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 502 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SL. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR weights approximately 35 kg more than 1995 Saturn SL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 McLaren F1 GTR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (715 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SL. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 McLaren F1 GTR | 1995 Saturn SL | |
| Make | McLaren | Saturn |
| Model | F1 GTR | SL |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6061 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 627 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 715 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1400 mm |
